there are three major elements that had a permanent effect, and even shaped, the emergence of Middle Eastern states. These elements were: the influence of the Western Powers, Nationalism, and Islam. Pick one of these elements and describe how it remains one of the major influences on Contemporary Middle East Politics. Show how it impacted and continues to impact our political life today. Give one example to illustrate your point. ( You are not required to examine the impact of any of the three elements on all aspects of the politics of the Middle East. Only on one major aspect would be sufficient. You can examine how it shaped the political system in one of the countries in the region, or how it determined the type of conflicts in the region, or how it limits the powers of the rulers in the ME, etc… use your imagination…)